Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 lb

Kale

chopped

0.25 cup

Almond slivers

toasted

2 unit

Parmesan

grated

6 tbsp

Extra virgin olive oil

4 cloves

Garlic

1 tbsp

Oregano

chopped

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

2 unit

Baguettes

soft

10 slices

Salami

German

4 slices

Provolone

quality

Step 1
~2 min

Remove hard stalks from kale.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat a pot of water to boiling.

Step 3
~2 min

Blanche kale and garlic in boiling water for 3 minutes.

Step 4
~2 min

Cool under running water and dry off.

Step 5
~2 min

Place kale, garlic, parmesan, almonds, oregano, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup olive oil in a food processor.

Step 6
~2 min

Process until a slightly chunky paste forms.

Step 7
~2 min

Scrape down the sides and add remaining olive oil.

Step 8
~2 min

Refrigerate or freeze pesto for later use.

Step 9
~2 min

Slice bread in half lengthwise.

Step 10
~2 min

Smear roughly 3 tablespoons of pesto on each half.

Step 11
~2 min

Add 5 slices of salami and 2 slices of provolone to each sandwich.

Step 12
~2 min

Slice in half again.

Step 13
~2 min

Wrap for travel or serve immediately.

Step 14
~2 min

Optional: Toast bread slices.

Step 15
~2 min

Place meat on the bottom slice and cheese on top.

Step 16
~2 min

Return to oven to melt cheese.

Step 17
~2 min

Top with pesto and remaining bread slice.

Step 18
~2 min

Slice in half and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the almonds for enhanced flavor.

Adjust garlic amount to taste.

Use high-quality salami and cheese for best results.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Pesto can be made ahead of time and stored.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad or potato chips.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tomato soup
Pickles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany/Italy Fusion

Cultural Significance

A blend of German and Italian culinary traditions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Picnic
Quick Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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